Finance Ministry unveils 'MediAsas' health insurance, pilot to begin end of July
The Malaysian Finance Ministry has announced 'MediAsas,' a new base medical insurance plan designed to increase healthcare access for a wider segment of the population. A pilot program begins in late July, with a full nationwide rollout scheduled for January 2027.
Why it matters
The initiative represents a significant reform in private healthcare financing, aiming to make medical protection more affordable and transparent.
PETALING JAYA: The new base medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) plan will be known as MediAsas, the Finance Ministry said.
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